The MA staff are based in St George Wharf, London
The national office is staffed by a small, focused team of professionals with a wide range of experience, who are based at the MA premises in Central London.
We provide our members with a collective voice, working with them to influence key decision-makers in Parliament and government to promote the sound administration of the law and the role of magistrates. We also provide free advice, support and guidance for all members; create community engagement opportunities through our Magistrates in the Community initiative; publish MAGISTRATE, the only magazine dedicated to the magistracy; and hold a number of events every year.
*part-time
Mark sits as a Presiding Justice in both adult and youth court in North London. He was elected Deputy Chair of the MA in October 2020.
Barry manages the policy team and directs the MA's policy work and public affairs.
Direct line: 020 7255 9004 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Bea deals with media enquiries, works with the policy team to co-ordinate the publication of MA responses, manages the MA's social media and is responsible for the MA's fortnightly news bulletin.
Direct line: 020 3937 8850 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
As well as looking after the financial side of the Association, Rajen provides budgeting advice to the Treasurer and Chief Executive, a contract management function, and low-level IT support to all staff.
Direct line: 020 7255 9002 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Zillah supports the work of the MA's Family and Youth Court Committees by researching, developing and implementing MA policies.
Direct line: 020 7255 9009 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Melodie's main areas of responsibility are: MAGISTRATE magazine, MA website (members' section), MA corporate style and MA images.
Direct line: 020 7255 9008 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Halita has overall responsibility for the MA’s membership, events, income generation, community activity and publications.
Direct line: 020 7255 9007 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Hattie supports the work of the Adult Court Committee with research and development of MA policy.
Direct line: 020 7255 9005 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Lisa is responsible for membership and branch activities, ensuring effective member recruitment, retention, communication, engagement and services.
Direct line: 020 7255 9000 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Susan provides support and administration to the Magistrates in the Community project.
Direct line: 020 7255 9006 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Célestine provides all-round membership and administrative support.
Direct line: 020 7388 5558 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353
Jude supports the work of the Training, Learning and Development Committee by researching, developing and implementing MA policies relating to all aspects of magistrates' training.
Direct line: 0207 387 6099 Telephone (main switchboard): 020 7387 2353